I firmly believe that the key to effective science teaching lies in understanding how our students learn individually. By identifying and valuing the different learning styles present in the classroom, we can tailor our pedagogical strategies to ensure that every student feels motivated and reaches their full potential. Models like REAPSES remind us of the importance of considering the diversity of learning styles, from the more theoretical students to those who prefer hands-on experimentation. As teachers, we must step outside of our comfort zones and design activities that cover a wide range of interests and skills, thereby fostering more meaningful and lasting learning.
How do scientists think (what are the components of scientific thinking) and how can we create activities in the classroom that help students to think like scientists?
To start you off, see Feist G.J. (2006) The Psychology of Science and the Origins of the Scientific Mind. New Haven: Yale University Press for an introduction to scientific thinking from a psychological perspective and Hoveid, M.H. and Gray, P. (eds) (2013) Inquiry in Science Education and Science Teacher Education: Research on teaching and learning through inquiry based approaches in science (teacher) education. Trondheim: Akademika Forlag for some application ideas. A pdf of the latter can be found on my home page at https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Colin-Smith-44
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I think something worth researching is the current factors behind the low motivation to learn. The current teaching context analyzes and researches how to improve more than in decades before. Nevertheless, motivation is much lower than before.
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I am not sure about the whole broad field of teaching sciences. However, in what concerns the field of science education, I believe that STEAM, integreation of Artificial Intelligence in teaching and socio-scientific issues, are among the most popular contemporary trends.
Research in science teaching can helpful for improve our understanding of how students learn & teach science.
This can help ensure that students develop the scientific literacy they need for lifelong learning.
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